Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Athens, AL
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated August 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
Top 1.6%
in Athens, AL
$484.6M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $1.8M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.6%
in Athens, AL
$101.2M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $750K
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(5)
Jacky Patterson
Jacky Patterson Real Estate LLC
18 Years of experience
11+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 5.6%
in Athens, AL
$17.3M
All-Time Sales
$110K - $480K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 8.4%
in Athens, AL
$133.5M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $1.2M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 8.8%
in Athens, AL
$100.9M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $750K
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 9.6%
in Athens, AL
$175M
All-Time Sales
$830K - $125M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 10%
in Athens, AL
$61.8M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $1.1M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 10.8%
in Athens, AL
$251.7M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $1.4M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 11.2%
in Athens, AL
$593.2M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $2.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 12%
in Athens, AL
$207.5M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $2.1M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 15.6%
in Athens, AL
$40.4M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 17.2%
in Athens, AL
$76.8M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $1.3M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$60.5M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $550K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$88.7M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $1.2M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$31.4M
All-Time Sales
$100K - $460K
Price Range
7
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Top Agent$128.1M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $1.6M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Ted Wylie
Coldwell banker pinnacle properties
18 Years of experience
51+ Sales in the last 12 months
$90.6M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $1.6M
Price Range
3
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Top Agent$56.4M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.5M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$32.4M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $720K
Price Range
6
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Top Agent$43M
All-Time Sales
$110K - $830K
Price Range
3
Sold in Athens, AL
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Laila Vilinska-Jager
Crye-Leike Realtors
22 Years of experience
14+ Sales in the last 12 months
$38.4M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $880K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$44.3M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.2M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(10)
Clint Peters
eXp Realty LLC -- Northern Branch
9 Years of experience
23+ Sales in the last 12 months
$38.9M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $800K
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$32.1M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $830K
Price Range
3
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Top AgentReviews not yet available
Karen Hodges
ROI Realty, LLC.
14 Years of experience
1+ Sales in the last 12 months
$18M
All-Time Sales
$100K - $550K
Price Range
5
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Athens Housing Market Trends
Homes in Athens take a median 78 days to sell, go for 98.59% of asking, prices are down 4.3% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through August 2026.
Market temperature
Balanced market
4.8 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$296,151
median sale price
How fast they sell
78 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
4.8 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Athens.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Athens agents whose results fit it.
Athens agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 30 days, the Athens market in 78
median sale price in Athens
Do Top Athens Agents Sell Faster?
The 25 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Athens sell in a median of 30 days, compared with the Athens market median of 78 days on market.
About 48 days faster (62% quicker than the Athens market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Athens agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Athens market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Athens?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Athens sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in June. To hit that window, plan to list around April.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
June
Best month to sell
71 days
Typical time on market
98.6%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Athens, AL sales. Individual results vary with price, condition, and how the broader market moves. A local agent can pinpoint the right timing for your home.
How We Rank Athens Real Estate Agents
Our rankings are built from verified MLS transaction data, not advertising spend. For every agent we analyze more than fifteen performance signals, including sales volume in your city and zip code, recent and all-time transactions, days on market, negotiation results (how far above or below list price an agent's clients actually close), price-point fit, and verified reviews. The agents shown first are those whose verified results put them at the top of the Athens market today.
Agents cannot pay for placement in these rankings. The underlying data refreshes as new closed transactions are reported, so rankings shift with real market performance. Learn how we rank agents.
250
agents analyzed
15+
performance signals
$0
paid for placement
Rankings reviewed by Kevin Stuteville, Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker (License BK3068131), Founder of EffectiveAgents.
Data last updated: August 2026
Athens Real Estate Agent FAQs
How were these Athens real estate agents ranked?
Rankings are built from verified MLS transaction data. We analyze more than fifteen performance signals for every agent, including sales volume in your city and zip code, recent and all-time transactions, days on market, negotiation results, price-point fit, and verified reviews. Agents cannot pay for placement.
How many real estate agents are in Athens?
Our data covers 250 real estate agents serving the Athens area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Athens market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Athens mean for sellers?
Athens's median sale price is $296,151 as of August 2026. Half of recent sales closed above that figure and half below. It is a useful baseline for understanding the market, but an experienced local agent will price your home against comparable recent sales in your neighborhood, not the citywide median.
Does it cost anything to use EffectiveAgents?
No. EffectiveAgents is free for home buyers and sellers, with no obligation to work with any agent we match you with.
Do agents pay to be ranked or featured?
No. Agents cannot pay for placement anywhere in these rankings. Positions are earned from verified transaction performance only.
What commission do Athens realtors charge?
Commissions are negotiable and vary by agent, service level, and transaction. There is no set rate, and recent industry changes have made commission structures more flexible than ever. Discuss the structure directly with your agent before signing a listing or buyer agreement.
Should I use a local Athens agent or a national brand?
The individual agent matters more than the brand on the sign. Offices within the same national franchise vary widely in performance, and the agent you hire, not the logo, prices your home, negotiates your contract, and manages your closing. A strong local agent brings firsthand knowledge of Athens neighborhoods, pricing patterns, and buyer activity. Compare agents on verified local results such as recent sales, days on market, and negotiation outcomes rather than name recognition.
What questions should I ask a Athens realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Athens in the past year, what their average sale-to-list ratio is, and how much of their business is in your neighborhood and price range. Ask how they will market your home or find you listings, and how often they will communicate. Strong agents answer with specifics. Verified transaction data is the fastest way to confirm what you hear.
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